In general, how do you think this place copes with hazardous weather events?
Heavy rain can be an issue with roof gutters and drains blocking.
What features (physical, economic, social) make this place vulnerable or resilient to hazardous weather conditions?
We are on a hill which guards against flooding
Are there environmental or weather conditions which make this place feel unsafe (flooding, air quality, busy roads, ice, high winds, storm surges, etc.)?
Calm weather causes temperature inversions which give us smog and the smoke comes back down the chimney into the house.
Is it possible and/or comfortable to move around this place in different weather conditions (rain, snow, wind, heat, etc.)?
We sometimes have to walk instead of transport because of snow
Are there delays or cancellations due to the weather? What do people do?
Not often. About once a winter snowy weather causes cancellations.
Are outdoor spaces safe and pleasant to walk, meet, or socialise in all weather? Do people go elsewhere?
Yes outdoor places in parks and by the river here are good for walking.
Does the weather ever lead to overcrowding of spaces or facilities?
No
Could more natural space be available or could existing natural space be better supported?
We need a small park or garden within the city centre so people can si or have their lunch.
Have you noticed the species of plants and/or animals have changed here over time?
We seem to have different butterfly's. We have no small tortoiseshell now but we have commas instead.
How do buildings and infrastructure cope with the climate today? Are they prone to flooding, damp/mould, draughts, cold, or over-heating?
Need more insulation and better draft proofing.
Has there been damage or increased maintenance needs due to the weather? Are repairs carried out?
Not as bad as when we first moved here.
Would you describe the community as strong, cohesive, and integrated?
Yes
How could people better support each other during extreme weather events?
We put food etc into the community cupboard in times of surplus fruit from our garden
Do you know how the climate will change in this place in the future?
Yes, we bought a house on a hill instead of beside the river as we expect the river to flood in the next decades.
Can the critical systems and infrastructure (drainage, cooling, electric) cope with more frequent and extreme disruptive weather?
Yes
How do you think this place can be made more resilient?
More streams of renewable energy production
Do you know what climate adaptation measures could be implemented at this place and who is responsible for implementing them?
Westminster is not being proactive in helping foster renewable energy sources, and not discouraging fossil fuel production.
Do you have a vision for what you would like this place to look like in the future? Does it include how it might adapt to climate change?
More green space in the city particularly trees.
*Originally submitted to the Highland Weather & Climate Story Map Commonplace Platform on 23 March 2023.
